2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 460 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Punto | 460 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |